


There are 2.6 billion gamers globally according to. Moreover, esports are often an outlet for students who might be “uninterested or felt excluded from traditional sports or other extracurricular activities.” (Rourke 2022) It’s a space and place for ALL students to shine.Ī quick review of the stats reveals the pervasiveness of gaming and esports. Whether it's the excitement of the classroom, an opportunity for demonstration of mastery, or a sense of community and leadership, esports can provide many of the same benefits as traditional sports in schools.

Welcome to Esports with Minecraft: Education Edition. This is a far different experience than last year’s human cell challenge with play-doh. Cancela, new both to Minecraft and esports, wonders at the transformation of her classroom. They are practiced and confident, seemingly oblivious to the cheers of their classmates that surround them. “Go! Go! Go!” “Don’t forget the nucleus!” The classroom is electric, and Victoria Gomez and Brandon Lugo, besties on and off the field, wait intently, focused on the buzzer to start their build. Bring Esports to your School with New Minecraft Toolkits
